Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of the Diocese of Phoenix
Today is the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, patronness of the Diocese of Phoenix. Take a look at some of the local celebrations.
Bishop blesses rebuilt St. Francis Xavier campus
Students, parents, grandparents and other donors joined Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted for a Dec. 6 blessing of what is now a wholly rebuilt campus. It’s the school’s third building to open since 2010.
Before that, St. Francis Xavier’s classrooms hadn’t been updated since the ‘50s.
Pope calls on Catholics to end world hunger, join in ‘wave of prayer’
Phoenix Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted has asked that parishes, schools and individuals join Pope Francis in his call to unite in prayer and action against global hunger.
Adopt-A-Family sponsors bring Christmas home for needy families
Megan Kaiser had to humble herself five years ago. She and her husband finally worked up the nerve to visit St. Vincent de Paul’s dining room in Mesa. It’s open daily for breakfast and lunch.
‘Polar Express’ train ride offers families glimpse of Santa’s village, Christmas cheer
The Grand Canyon Railway’s annual “Polar Express,” a moonlight journey beginning in Williams that transports passengers to a magical Santa’s village at the North Pole, began Nov. 8 and runs through Jan. 4.
Prescott community finds healing through service
Sacred Heart parishioners in Prescott remain steadfast in service to Christ and others as they heal from tragedy and loss.
ADVENT: Faithful prepare to celebrate the Incarnation
In joyful expectation, Catholics throughout the world wonder, wait and prepare for the coming of the Lord during the four weeks of Advent.
Military chaplains play key role for Catholics serving active duty
A local Valley man known as “JC” can still hear the Irish brogue of his Catholic chaplain in Vietnam. It was the priest who kept his spirits in check.
Arizona bishops lend voices to call for immigration reform
Bishop Thomas J. Olmsted and Auxiliary Bishop Eduardo A. Nevares joined community leaders in a call for comprehensive immigration reform Nov. 21 at the Diocesan Pastoral Center.
St. Joseph the Worker plans to take services on the road
Terrance Alston works sun up to sun down and he couldn’t be happier. Over and over again, Alston describes himself as incredibly blessed. He transitioned out of homelessness.
